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My children race downstairs to open their Advent calendar as soon as they get up. Everything is a race with my competitive children! In the evening we light out Advent candle when we eat tea and it brings a rare moment of calm.
I really like the idea of making something which will help to make the season special. I recently saw this, it's called an “Advent wreath happiness calendar” and is easy for children and adults to make – and enjoy – together.
Advent Wreath Calendar
Here’s what you do with the finished wreath (apart from displaying it proudly): at the end of every day you think about the things that have given you the most happiness – or something kind that you have done, and you write or draw it on a heart-shaped card and peg it to the wreath. This creates a wonderful symmetry of kindness and happiness. It gives you something to look back at when you need to remember those happy moment.
Advent calendar happiness calendar in action
You can find out how to make it here: http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/advent-wreath-happiness-calendar
And if you want to look at other Advent ideas – or craft projects for other times of the year, click here:
http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/adventDisclosure: The idea for the Advent Wreath Calendar is that of www.activityvillage.co.uk